Applications Support Analyst
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Vacancy
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Applications Support Analyst at our Head Office in Leatherhead to work within the Business Applications and Analysis team to provide support for our platforms across the Wates Group business, in particular our CRM and business user systems.
Key Accountabilities include:
- Provide day-to-day support for Salesforce, ServiceNow and a range of other cloud and client/server-based applications
- To be the primary point of contact for technical and administrative support to the system’s end users
- Manage system upgrade projects in conjunction with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Supporting the analysis for business-driven change requests and establishing likely business and application impact, the effort involved and high-level cost
- Work with the team in learning and providing support on the other business platforms
We are looking for you to have solid cloud and client/server system experience, ideally in Salesforce in particular. You will be proficient in the use of MS Office applications such as SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, Visio, and have knowledge of ITIL.
To be successful in this role you will be an effective communicator at all levels with the ability to develop excellent working relationships with the team, business users and stakeholders, and suppliers and support partners. You will be process orientated with good attention to detail and be able to produce clear and concise documentation.
Work for Wates
Wates Group is one of the largest, and most successful family-owned private construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. We are building a place to work where everyone belongs, by one small act of inclusion at a time. We celebrate difference and welcome diversity.
As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.
The Wates Group are committed to three ambitious environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, and Zero Carbon, from our operations and Positive Nature Enhancement. Wates are pushing to take a leading role in reducing our industry’s environmental impact.
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2022 Construction News Awards WinnerGOLD AWARD
Investors in People 2022GOLD AWARD
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2022 Top 50 Employers for WomenWINNER
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Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Applications Support Analyst roles across Wates's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,030 - £40,800 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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